The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses to fabricate a gangway and brow for the Coast Guard Cutter Joshua Appleby, located in St. Petersburg, Florida. The procurement involves a firm fixed-price contract for the design and construction of a main brow and travel brow, adhering to specific technical specifications and safety standards, including a non-skid surface and a live load capacity of 500 lbs for the main brow. This equipment is crucial for ensuring safe access to the vessel, enhancing operational efficiency for the Coast Guard. Interested contractors must submit their quotes by 3 p.m. on September 10, 2024, with an anticipated award date of September 17, 2024. For further inquiries, contact Jerry Lopez at jerry.lopez@uscg.mil or Eugene Wright at Eugene.R.Wright@uscg.mil.